The Rabbi Frederick C. Schwartz Library of Temple Sholom is a resource to both the congregation and the wider community, housing a collection of about 6,000 book titles for adults and 2,000 titles for children.

Discover the joy and excitement of Jewish study by enrolling in Adult Education classes. Topics covered include: Basic Judaism, Hebrew, Philosophy, Jewish responses to contemporary challenges, the Bible and other texts and Jewish and Israeli history. Classes are regularly held on Sunday mornings and throughout the week during the Fall-Spring (September – May) seasons. Our Saturday morning study minyan, as well as our Wednesday Study Group, invites anyone to participate in their weekly discussions running all year. We encourage you to check our community calendar to stay up-to-date on special speaking engagements throughout the year.

Spring Classes

Reform Responsa

Cliff Scott-Rudnick
SUNDAYS | DEC. – MAY | 10:45 AM

Is it kosher to eat dinosaur meat? Is it kosher to eat fish in the shape of a shrimp? Jewish status and the Ten Lost Tribes. We will review Reform Responsa by discussing contemporary Jewish issues in an open forum and then review the findings of the Central Conference of American Rabbis (CCAR).

Sunday Class Series

Focus on the Holidays

I’m Cold, Put On A Sweater – What Americans Get Wrong About Israel

Rabbi Shoshana Conover

APRIL 26 | 9:30 AM |
MAY 3 | 10:45 AM |
MAY 10. | 9:30 AM |

Eavesdrop on a fascinating and enlightening
conversation from July 17, 2019, with two Israeli thought
leaders from the Shalom Hartman Institute. As we listen,
we will reflect on what we want to get right when it
comes to Israel.

A free, 3-session class for beginners — Jewish or not — that explores the topics of Jewish spirituality, ethics and community values that will be offered three times this year, in fall, winter and spring. This class is designed for those who would like to explore or re-explore the foundations of our tradition and are looking for an entry into Jewish life. Note: this course in offered in conjunction with the Union for Reform Judaism.Click here to register

Intro to Judaism

Starting December 2
6:45 – 8:45 PMRabbi Rossoff, Rabbi Conover, Rabbi Gellman, Cantor Ben-David & Jay Rapoport, RJE
Introduction to Judaism is an 18-week overview of Judaism providing a more extensive opportunity to learn about Jewish history, traditions, holidays and life cycle ceremonies. Participants will gain comfort and familiarity with the symbols, liturgy, music, traditions and Hebrew blessings that accompany Jewish celebrations in the home and synagogue. Introduction to Judaism is designed for individuals and couples wishing to explore Judaism, as well as for those considering becoming Jewish. Partners in interfaith relationships are encouraged to enroll together. Note: this course is offered in conjunction with the Union for Reform Judaism. Tuition is $310 for individuals and couples, and includes books. Scholarship funds are available for those for whom the tuition is a hardship – please contact Jay Rapoport.Click here to register

Regular Study Group

Monthly Film Night

Cliff Scott-Rudnick1ST MONDAYS, NOV. – JUNE, 7:00 PM
Join us for the screening and discussion of movies with a Jewish theme.

Shabbat Morning Torah Study

Introduction to Biblical Hebrew

Mitchell BrownSUNDAYS | SEP. – MAY | 9:30 AM
Learn to read Hebrew and the basics of the Hebrew language. The class will focus on the rudiments of grammar, supplementing our studies with texts from Torah and the Siddur. The class is recommended for the absolute beginner as well as those who have some knowledge of Hebrew grammar.

Class Textbook: The First Hebrew Primer (Simon, Resnikoff and Motzkin, eds.). We also suggested getting the accompanying answer book. Please try to familiarize yourself with the Aleph-Bet (pages 3 – 12) before the first class.

Sunday Hebrew

Hebrew Prayer and Text Reading

Mitchell BrownSUNDAYS | SEP. – MAY | 9:30 AM
Learn to read Hebrew and the basics of the Hebrew language. The class will focus on the rudiments of grammar, supplementing our studies with texts from Torah and the Siddur. The class is recommended for the absolute beginner as well as those who have some knowledge of Hebrew grammar.

Class Textbook: The First Hebrew Primer (Simon, Resnikoff and Motzkin, eds.). We also suggested getting the accompanying answer book. Please try to familiarize yourself with the Aleph-Bet (pages 3 – 12) before the first class.

Introduction to Biblical Hebrew

Mitchell BrownSUNDAYS | SEP. – MAY | 10:45 AM
This class is intended for those who can read and have some basic understanding of Hebrew grammar. We will build on this knowledge by reading and translating prayers and sections of Torah. In previous years we have studied the prayers of Friday night service as well as various sections of the Torah, including the Ten Commandments. In-depth knowledge is not required, as we will use the texts to become more familiar with Biblical and Prayer Book Hebrew.